Boranda - Vikramgad, Palghar
Boranda is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 39 km from Vikramgad and around 90 km from Thane. Borande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boranda is 551812. The village covers a total geographical area of 446 hectares and falls under the 401403 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Boranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boranda
According to the 2011 Census, Boranda village had a total population of 2,043 people, including 1,022 males and 1,021 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.89%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 54.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,024.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,043 | 1,022 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 165 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,024 | 1,006 | 1,018 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 663 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 359 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Boranda
Boranda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Boranda
Boranda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palghar to Boranda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Boranda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boranda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Boranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boranda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boranda
Where is Boranda located?
Boranda village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Boranda is Borande.
What is the pincode of Boranda?
The pincode of Boranda is 401403.
What is the population of Boranda?
Boranda had a total population of 2,043, including 1,022 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Boranda?
Boranda had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boranda was 65.89%. Male literacy was 77.36% and female literacy was 54.34%.